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About NBV Genomics Event 2024

NBV Genomics Event 2024

Plant genomics & novel methodologies in gene editing

Revolutionizing agriculture with genetic innovation, that is the future. Learn more about the state-of-the art and most relevant developments in gene-editing, crop development and regulatory policies, with a keynote lecture from David de Vleesschauwer (BASF Gent). Other speakers include: Petra Bleeker (Universiteit van Amsterdam), Monique van Vegchel (Plantum), Leonardo Jo (Universiteit Utrecht), Julia Wind (KeyGene), Laurens Pauwels (VIB Ghent),  and Wieteke Wouters (HollandBIO).

Date: 28 May 2024
Time: 9:00 - 19:30
Location: Beatrix building, Jaarbeurs Meet Up, Utrecht

The full programme can be downloaded here.

Register via the registration button on the right.

Programme on 28th MAY 2024

09:30 – 10:00              Reception – Registration

10:00 – 10:30              Introduction, NBV Genomics – Dr. Raymond Staals: Wageningen UR

Subtopic: GENE EDITING TECHNIQUES

10:30 – 11:15              Keynote: Dr. David de Vleesschauwer: BASF
A versatile Cas12a toolbox for high-performance genome editing in crops

11:15 – 12:00              Dr. Julia Wind: KeyGene
A European perspective on genome editing

Lunch & Sponsor Booths

Subtopic: CROP DEVELOPMENT and TRAITS

13:00 – 13:45              Dr. Laurens Pauwels: VIB Ghent
Combining multiplex gene editing and doubled haploid technology in maize

13:45 – 14:30              Dr. Petra Bleeker
Helping a plant defend itself, exploiting its wild relatives

14:30 – 15:15              Dr. Leonardo Jo, UU
Transcription factor networks during the development of the soybean seed

Coffee Break

Subtopic: SOCIETAL IMPLICATIONS and POLICY MAKING

15:45 – 16:30              Monique van Vegchel – Beleidsmedewerker: Plantum
Genome editing in crops – the art of philosophy, science and politics

16:30 – 17:15              Wieteke Wouters, Program Director: HollandBIO

 17:15 – 17:30              NBV Genomics – Closure­­

Dinner and Networking

This even is made possible with support from:

Sponsors genomics event 2024

Plant genomics foto event 2024

Prices

Participation fee:
NBV-members: € 30,-
Non-members: € 45,-

Registration is closed.